Arda Güler Makes Public a Very Curious Nickname for Bellingham, Everyone Calls Him That

Carlo Ancelotti surprised with the starting eleven for the match against Leganés at Santiago Bernabéu. Besides leaving out two players as important as Vinícius and Rodrygo Goes, the Reggiolo coach placed Arda Güler in his starting line-up for that clash. Although he couldn't score or provide assists, the Italian strategist acknowledges being satisfied with his performance.

The Turkish '15' has not only drawn attention in recent hours for that somewhat unexpected starting role against Leganés. Given his excellent performance during the international break in March, Carlo Ancelotti decided to continue that good dynamic of the Altindag attacking midfielder. But Güler has also revealed a confidence shared in Santiago Bernabéu locker room.

As is usually the case after each match, several Real Madrid players make posts on social media. One of those footballers was Jude Bellingham, who posted several images of his best moments on the field a few hours after the match against Leganés ended.

Arda Güler left a comment as brief as it was striking that reveals the new nickname Jude Bellingham has among his teammates at Real Madrid. The English '5' is now known as "Judinho" according to Arda Güler, who also earned his own nickname... given this time by Antonio Rüdiger.

Complicated Situation

This comment from Arda Güler not only reveals the new nickname Jude Bellingham would have among his first-team teammates. It also shows that the Turkish '15' remains involved in the squad dynamics despite his limited playing time in his two seasons as a Madridist. That is one of the major concerns in the attacking midfielder's environment.

Those closest to the Merengue midfielder believe he deserves much more playing time, an idea with which Carlo Ancelotti doesn't seem to agree... at least for now. Despite everything, Arda Güler's limited participation has led to the emergence of a peculiar 'soap opera' that would be solved during the summer of 2025.

According to information handled by various media, the offices at Valdebebas intend to address the 'Güler case' as soon as possible through a meeting with the European attacking midfielder's environment. In that summit, Arda Güler would present his situation, as well as the hypothetical team change in case Carlo Ancelotti remains in charge of the team for the 25/26 season.

While the executives led by Florentino Pérez might comply with those requests, because there is no shortage of elite teams eager to have his football services, they will only accept a loan. Thus, Arda Güler continues to wait for his moment to take on the role he believes he deserves... while he waits for the season change to evaluate his situation in Santiago Bernabéu locker room.